Panvel, May 8 -- Five individuals, including teachers and gram panchayat workers from Panvel taluka, will independently manage Polling Station Number 416, room 2, near the Panvel Municipal Corporation office for the upcoming Maval Lok Sabha constituency election on May 13. Despite concerns raised by activists, the Election Commission tasked them to showcase the capabilities of persons with disabilities (PwDs). While the EC guidelines exempt divyang teachers, they have been ordered to election duty. Although physically demanding, chosen PwDs are motivated, aiming to prove their capabilities. Panvel tehsildar Vijay Patil noted their minor disabilities and strong determination. Nitin Huddar, public relations officer, affirmed their readiness for the assigned task. While activists appealed for caution, individuals are eager to demonstrate competence in managing the polling station....